Chevrolet 2011 Malibu, Owner'S Manual

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Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual - 2011
10-78 Vehicle Care
8. Remove all of the wheel nuts.
9. Remove the flat tire.
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WARNING
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
parts to which it is fastened, can
make wheel nuts become loose
after time. The wheel could come
off and cause an accident. When
changing a wheel, remove any
rust or dirt from places where the
wheel attaches to the vehicle. In
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WARNING (Continued)
an emergency, use a cloth or a
paper towel to do this; but be sure
to use a scraper or wire brush
later, if needed, to get all the rust
or dirt off. See
If a Tire Goes Flat
on page 10 ‑ 65 .
10. Remove any rust or dirt from
the wheel bolts, mounting
surfaces and spare wheel.
11. Install the compact spare tire.
{
WARNING
Never use oil or grease on bolts
or nuts because the nuts might
come loose. The vehicle's wheel
could fall off, causing a crash.
12. Put the wheel nuts back on
with the rounded end toward
the wheel. Tighten each nut by
hand or with the wrench until
the wheel is held against
the hub.